Fun For Kids in the Easter Holidays 2026

Sorry, this event is in the past now! But the good news is we plan to run it again. Check back closer to the date next year for more details and booking or email events@rwt.org.uk for questions.

Hop aboard for a magical Easter adventure your children will love! Join us for a gentle canal boat trip from Batchworth Lock, where young imaginations come alive with a fun, engaging story – followed by an exciting Easter egg hunt.

Dates & times

• Boats run hourly from 10:00 am with the final departure now at 4:00 pm.
• Tuesday 31^st March 2026
• Wednesday 1^st April 2026

Tickets

• £12 per child · £8.00 per adult.
• Suitable for children from 2 – 11 yrs.
• Children must be accompanied by an adult.
• Babies under 12 months go free and do not need to be booked.

What to expect

• Gentle canal trip along the Grand Union Canal from Rickmansworth on one of our narrowboats.
• Easter-themed storytelling.
• Easter egg hunt, and all kids get a delicious chocolate Easter egg.
• Parents can sit back and relax with a hot drink and a hot cross bun. 
• Squash and biscuits on board for children.
• Extra refreshments available at the lockside café, Café@Lock81.
• The experience lasts around one hour, including the egg hunt.

Booking essential – limited places

Our family events are very popular and often sell out, so we strongly recommend booking early to avoid disappointment.

Secure your places now and treat your children to a memorable Easter experience on the canal.

More information? Email events@rwt.org.ukon Wednesday 1 April